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As part of the Getting to Work initiative, we have created this page to provide information and contacts for a variety of employment services providers across the state. It is our hope that this page will be a useful tool for you as you provide referral services to clients interested in returning to work. If there are additional resources that you feel should be added to this webpage, please contact christy.j.hudson@state.or.us.

Services - Higher education and other workforce development services, including the Adult Basic Skills Program. The adult education and literacy programs in Oregon's community colleges are an essential component of Oregon's education and workforce system. The Department of Community Colleges and Workforce Development administers federal Adult Education and Literacy funds to local providers as well as provides local programs with leadership and training in order to assure quality basic skills services for adults across Oregon. The purpose of the Adult Basic Skills Program is to assist adults in obtaining the knowledge and skills necessary for work, further education, family self-sufficiency, and community involvement. Basic skills include reading, writing, math, speaking/listening in English, GED and Adult High School preparation, and basic computer literacy.

Services - A variety of employment service opportunities for persons who experience barriers to employment. Across Oregon, Goodwill is administered through a network of regions and employment services may vary by location.

Services - No-cost education and vocational training program that helps young people improve quality of life through vocational and academic training. Intensive, on-site experience that can last up to two years.

Services - State agency that provides vocational services for people with disabilities willing to work but who face substantial barriers to employment. Services include individualized employment services and counseling.

Eligibility - Oregon has a prioritized list. Must be disabled. OVRS uses a broad definition for disability; SSDI not a requirement. The referral package for OVRS can be found here.

The mission of the SBDC network is to help new entrepreneurs realize their dream of business ownership, and assist existing buisnesses to remain competitive in the complex marketplace of an ever-changing global economy. Provides no-cost consultation and low-cost training for individuals interested in starting their own business.

Services - Employment strategy to assist individuals with disabilities to become employed and maintain employment in an integrated, competitive work setting. Usually includes development of employment opportunities and ongoing support including job coaching, assistive technology, job retention, transportation, etc.

Services - The JOBS program is Oregon's employment and self-sufficiency program for people on public assistance. Clients participating in employment and self-sufficiency services, receive ongoing screening, assessment and case management, while participating in activities such as life skills, basic education, job readiness or work experience that address barriers to self-sufficiency.

Services - Employment support for people receiving SSI/SSDI who are interested in returning to work, through vocational rehabilitation, employment and other support services. Goal is to transition people off of SSI/SSDI through paid employment. Ticket to work holders will seek services through an OVRS or an Employment Network (EN). An agency within the EN is an entity that contracts with the SSA to provide or coordinate services for SSI/SSDI beneficiaries who are holders of a ticket to work. ENs receive payments when ticket holders achieve employment related outcomes. OVRS and Supported Employment may be part of the Employment Network.